With the full effect dropping and temperatures dropping, it’s time for the best food in the world: soup. So, every Saturday, broth enthusiast Matt Mueller will present a different sip-worthy spoonful around Brew City. Cheers! When Momo Mee, 110 E. Greenfield Ave., opened in the Harbor District in late 2018, …
Read More »New take-out cafe brings new fresh food options to Lindsay Heights neighborhood and inspires diverse group of entrepreneurs
MILWAUKEE – A new take-out cafe brings fresh food to the Lindsay Heights neighborhood. Chandra Ellis, general manager of the new Taste of Lindsay Heights Café, said the new space is essential in the area, which is commonly referred to as a “food desert.” âHaving access to fresh food is …
Read More »Keep Bedbugs Out of Your Home WI: Weekly Review
WISCONSIN – Missed any stories in Wisconsin this week? Here are the headlines. COVID-19 Booster Shots: WI Supports CDC Guidelines WISCONSIN – Wisconsin health officials have announced their support for CDC guidelines that some people should receive the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine booster. Read more. 8 cases of salmonella in WI …
Read More »‘Stylish’ restored train passes through Eden Prairie this weekend
“Milwaukee Road 261”, a steam locomotive that likely pulled passenger and troop trains to Chicago and Puget Sound during World War II, will take the same hold from Delano to Hopkins this Saturday and Sunday. He will be assisted by a restored diesel locomotive from Milwaukee Road. If you love …
Read More »WI restaurants have recovered, but employment remains down
WISCONSIN – Jobs and incomes in Wisconsin’s bars and restaurants have recovered significantly since the coronavirus pandemic began in April 2020, but employment in the sector is still below pre-pandemic levels. Some 199,900 Wisconsin residents were employed in the bar and restaurant industry as of August 2021, according to data …
Read More »Restaurants think pink for breast cancer awareness month
Think rose October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and here’s how some restaurants are supporting the cause: ⢠Beatrix: Beatrix Bakery will be making special pink ribbon cookies in October at its Oak Brook, River North, Streeterville and Fulton Market stores. One dollar from every cookie sold will be donated …
Read More »Bradley Symphony Center Gives MSO a Beautiful New Home
It was like a microscopic journey into the deepest facets of a diamond. The new house of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra made its extravagant debut last weekend. Things might never look the same again for this flagship Milwaukee arts organization. The Bradley Symphony Center is the completely remodeled Warner Theater …
Read More »NBA issues COVID protocols to teams, details rules for unvaccinated players
The NBA released interim health and safety protocols to its teams on Tuesday, detailing how unvaccinated players will be tested much more often than their vaccinated colleagues and face many other restrictions. Among the rules for unvaccinated players: they will not be able to eat in the same room with …
Read More »Milwaukee to DNC: we are ready to welcome in 2024
The city of Milwaukee would love to be remade as host of the 2024 Democratic National Convention. “Our response is an enthusiastic YES!” Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett wrote in a letter to Jaime Harrison, chairman of the Democratic National Committee. Milwaukee was chosen in March 2019 rather than Houston and …
Read More »Japan to lift all emergency virus measures nationwide
TOKYO (AP) – Japan is set to lift all emergency coronavirus measures when they expire later this week as infections slow and the country tries to revive its economy. Coronavirus measures officials obtained expert approval at a meeting on Tuesday, on condition that the easing of restrictions is gradual. Prime …
Read More »See photos of Team USA’s Ryder Cup victory at Whistling Straits
The crowd went wild on hole 17 after Collin Morikawa sank his putt to clinch the victory for the American team. The eyes of the golfing world were on the Whistling Strait on Sunday as the American team won the Ryder Cup in a historic victory over Europe. The international …
Read More »Episode 2: From Dos Laredos to Mars | La Frontera with Pati Jinich
Premiere on October 22 In Part 2 of the series, From Dos Laredos to Mars, Pati travels from Laredo and Nuevo Laredo to Brownsville, Texas. She learns how close family ties are an underlying theme that connects everything in Laredos and throughout La Frontera. She takes a close look at …
Read More »10 things to do on your trip to Milwaukee
At the time, Milwaukee was best known for beer, cheese and Happy Days, but the city has recently experienced a kind of renaissance. Between its thriving arts and music scene and its culinary credo, you’ll find plenty to do when visiting Milwaukee. Mitchell Park domes Officially known as the Mitchell …
Read More »17 small businesses receive loans from the Greater Milwaukee Foundation
Investment contributing to job creation and the economy in black and brown neighborhoods For the 17 recipients of the Greater Milwaukee Foundation’s ThriveOn Small Business Loans, access to new capital provides the opportunity to reopen, hire, maintain or improve business operations in a variety of ways. About 40 jobs should …
Read More »Dominic the Food Review: Twisted Plants
At OnMilwaukee, we believe in raising all voices and using our platform to support the dreams of others. And that’s what we hope to do for Dominic the Food Reviewer. When I first met Dominic almost two years ago, I was impressed by his passion, curiosity and interest in improving …
Read More »Chicago restaurant and bar opening for fall 2021
Chicago’s hospitality industry continues to pick up the pieces and try to resume some semblance of normal activity as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. The increase in the number of cases, attributed in part to concentrations of unvaccinated people and the highly transmissible delta variant, has prompted city and state officials …
Read More »Rural beauty awaits Ryder Cup guests just outside the Whistling Strait
SHEBOYGAN COUNTY – Just west of the Whistling Straits Golf Course is a four square mile grid that is home to dairy farms, farms, orchards and a small country cafe. âIt’s one of my favorite dishes,â said Dave Rank, a repairman. He comes to Whispering Orchards and Cafe for their …
Read More »The Greater Milwaukee Foundation has deployed $ 780,000 in small business loans since May
Melissa Goins, president of Maures Development Group, who received a small business loan. (Credit: Jim Moy) The Greater Milwaukee Foundation deployed small business loans to 17 Milwaukee businesses located primarily in three neighborhoods on the North Side. The foundation’s ThriveOn small business loan program, which was launched in May, aims …
Read More »Conversion of ‘The New State’ theater to music club now includes café
The effort to convert a historic old theater into an all-ages music club on the west side of Milwaukee adds a restaurant to the mix. This development, dubbed The New State, would combine a non-profit arts group to help young people experience the world of music with for-profit businesses including …
Read More »Wall painting inspired by the Jim Crow era “Negro Motorist Green Book” to install overlooking Lake Michigan
A newly commissioned large-scale mural and sculptural installation will be unveiled on October 29 at the Milwaukee Art Museum. Created by Brooklyn-based artist Derrick Adams, Our time together will be a 93-foot work that reframes historical black narratives. “In Our time together, I showcase Milwaukee by representing well-known commercial and …
Read More »New Mediterranean restaurant arrives at Chicago’s West Loop
Behind the future restaurant is Parker Hospitality, which has nine dining establishments across the country, including The Hampton Social in Chicago. Founder and CEO Brad Parker met Stapaki on a trip to Greece about five years ago. She moved to the United States just before COVID hit. At Nisos, the …
Read More »Dominique the food critic: Casablanca
At OnMilwaukee, we believe in raising all voices and using our platform to support the dreams of others. And that’s what we hope to do for Dominic the Food Reviewer. When I first met Dominic almost two years ago, I was impressed by his passion, curiosity and interest in improving …
Read More »Dollars are flooding the Deer District hotel
MILWAUKEE – The Bucks kicked off the next phase of Deer District’s expansion on Friday at a site familiar to fans. Right across from the Fiserv Forum, where the Bucks ended their parade route, the world champions have promised a world-class hotel. On the gravel ground just north of the …
Read More »If King County is 85% vaccinated, why the restaurant vaccination card
Starting October 25 in King County, whether it’s a sporting event, bar, restaurant, theater, or other public event (almost anything), the people will need to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test within 72 hours. Gyms, recreational facilities, etc., it is in effect except for children 12 and …
Read More »Explore a neighborhood in Milwaukee with a fun scavenger hunt
MILWAUKEE – Let the games begin! Head to the Near West Side neighborhood in Milwaukee for a fun scavenger hunt while exploring landmarks, historic sites, and a few hidden gems. The Near West Side occupies a large area. It encompasses the Marquette University campus and extends to the Harley Davidson …
Read More »The newest addition to come to the Deer Quarter
MILWAUKEE – It’s been two months since the city of Milwaukee celebrated the Bucks as NBA champions, and on Friday the Bucks organization and local developers broke new ground on the latest addition to the Deer District. Located in the heart of town and adjacent to the Fiserv Forum, The …
Read More »3 Weekend Summerfest format is here to stay, Third Quarter businesses are stepping in
The Summerfest announced Thursday that it will keep the structure reserved for the weekend in 2022. Next year, it will take place from June 23 to 25, from June 30 to July 2 and from July 7 to 9. The summer concert series will take place Thursday through Saturday from …
Read More »Restaurant closes after obtaining $ 464,040 in COVID funds; owner accuses government and then retracts | Restaurants
Suiter, 37, who had been a bakery worker there for a year and whose mother was a waitress at Pine Cone for three years, said she was unsure whether McKay had used the PPP money to pay her staff, but said he employed his son, daughter and wife last summer, …
Read More »Caroline Duncan obituary (2021) – Kenosha, WI
Caroline Faith Duncan (née Nedweski) Caroline Faith Duncan (née Nedweski), 69, passed away peacefully from heart failure on Friday, September 10, 2021. Caroline was born and raised in Kenosha, WI. She then moved to Milwaukee where she would meet her husband at St. John the Evangelist Cathedral. As a child, …
Read More »Cain, Escobar bring Brewers closer to title with 10-3 win
CLEVELAND (AP) – Lorenzo Cain hit a grand slam to cap a six-point fifth inning, Eduardo Escobar scored on both sides of the plate and the Milwaukee Brewers moved closer to the NL Central title, beating the Cleveland Indians 10- 3 Friday night. Milwaukee’s magic number to win the division …
Read More »Bobby Portis reveals championship benefits in Milwaukee
Bobby Portis feels love in Milwaukee. The Bucks forward has been a fan favorite throughout his first season with the team, and the love will likely remain permanent after winning the NBA Championship. Portis sat down with Athletic’s Shams Charania for discuss a handful of topics, including what it’s like …
Read More »3rd Street Market Hall aims to open in mid-October
The long-awaited opening of 3rd Street covered market downtown Milwaukee is almost there. The food hall and entertainment venue, located inside The Avenue development on West Wisconsin Ave., is scheduled to open to the public on October 18, co-developer and restaurateur Omar Shaikh said in an interview with BizTimes. Milwaukee. …
Read More »Greece to impose new restrictions on unvaccinated people
ATHENS, Greece (AP) – The Greek Minister of Health on Tuesday announced plans to impose new testing requirements and attendance restrictions on people who are not vaccinated against COVID-19. The measures include requiring weekly or bi-weekly testing for unvaccinated workers and allowing access to certain indoor sites only to those …
Read More »Milwaukee mother reveals key evidence of her son’s homicide
After her son was killed in April, Serena Thompson was devastated, but she was convinced that justice was on the way. A suspect was arrested within 24 hours and investigators had two witnesses to work with. She thought the suspect was “going nowhere.” But after a week, she began to …
Read More »Wayne dog murder case forwarded, gunfire in northwest suburbs
Wayne’s dog murder case referred to state prosecutor Kane County Sheriff’s detectives have completed their investigation into the fatal dog shooting by Wayne Village President’s husband, and they have turned their findings over to Kane County State Attorney Jamie Mosser for exam. Mosser and his team will determine whether to …
Read More »Why your neighborhood bar or café might ask to see your vaccination card
NEWPORT, RI – Ready to hit town before summer is over? In parts of the United States, you may need to take your COVID-19 vaccination card or a digital copy to enter restaurants, bars, nightclubs, and outdoor music festivals. After resisting the concept of dividing vaccine passports for most of …
Read More »Chef Franklin Perdue will take charge of the new Central Standard Crafthouse & Kitchen
It’s almost time for Central Standard Craft Distillery to unveil its new home. The Central Standard Crafthouse & Kitchen – the Midwest’s premier urban distillery, craft house and restaurant – will open to the public on August 14 at 320 E. Clybourn St. Downtown. The project, which was announced in …
Read More »Italy requires proof of vaccination for bars and restaurants
Italy has launched new COVID restrictions on Fridays, requiring proof of vaccination for anyone who must enter a bar, restaurant or vacationer website. The so-called âGreen Passâ is an attempt to tackle the surge in circumstances related to coronaviruses. Authorities introduced the rule on July 22, and about 50 million …
Read More »Here’s what you missed in Milwaukee this week: August 6
The Sporkies Normally, this column is a place for light news, little jokes and unusual stories. Not today. It’s a story of injustice, meanness, slander and being super unfair. Once upon a time there was a young man. Let’s call him⦠Parker Arquette. He was quite the guy. Totally not …
Read More »Nearly 500 COVID cases linked to Milwaukee Bucks Deer district
With a crowd of around 100,000 fans crammed into the Deer District cheering on the Milwaukee Bucks last month, the game has not only produced a long-awaited NBA Championship, but also a much-feared increase in the number of COVID-19 cases to across the state. Milwaukee Health Commissioner Kirsten Johnson said …
Read More »10 great historic restaurants that are destinations in themselves
Historic sites are not limited to battlefields or stately homes. Sometimes they can be as surprising as a sushi bar. A new grant program sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation and American Express honors more than two dozen historic and culturally significant small restaurants that have suffered from …
Read More »The Hop returns to normal operating hours and welcomes runners once again with “Hop Summer Nights”
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) – Milwaukee’s streetcar, The Hop, will return to normal operating hours starting Sunday, August 1. To celebrate, the tram is launching a new âHop Summer Nightsâ promotion with big surprises to welcome passengers on board. The Hop, presented by Potawatomi Hotel & Casino, said in a press …
Read More »The day – Shootings during NBA Finals celebrations in Milwaukee injured three
Milwaukee – Two shootings left three people injured in downtown Milwaukee on Wednesday morning as crowds celebrated the Milwaukee Bucks’ first NBA Championship in 50 years, police said. The shooting took place around 12:42 a.m. at two locations near Water Street, police said in a statement. WISN TV had a …
Read More »12 outdoor spots to encourage the Bucks
The only question you need to ask yourself this week is “Where am I watching the Bucks game?” If the answer isn’t “from the comfort of my couch,” then we have some good places to cheer on the stag with a few tens to a few thousand fans. Plus, the …
Read More »Investors have acquired The Bay building in Whitefish Bay, the restaurant will remain
The Bay restaurant The building that houses The Bay restaurant in Whitefish Bay was sold to an Illinois investor. The new owners say the restaurant will remain and the building will eventually undergo improvements. According to state records, investor group Silver Consaul Investments LLC acquired ownership of the restaurant at …
Read More »Businesses Getting Ready for Bucks Game 6
Hotels, restaurants, bars, and event spaces outside of the Deer District are gearing up for what will likely be one of the biggest events Milwaukee has ever seen. Omar Shaikh, owner of Carnevor on Milwaukee Street, said they were looking after the Phoenix. Suns, welcoming various celebrities, as well as …
Read More »Cuban Americans in Milwaukee stand in solidarity with Cuban protesters
Marta Bianchini knows that Cuban cuisine is more than chicken mojo and empanadas. The flavors his restaurant – Cubanitas – brings to Milwaukee are rooted in the hard work and entrepreneurial spirit of its people. Like other Cuban Americans in the United States, Bianchini watches with concern as the people …
Read More »Chef Kyle Knall talks real fire cooking to Birch
There is nothing like fresh, local dishes caramelized by the caress of real fire. And that’s exactly what you’ll find at Birch, the reinvented Cream City restaurant, specializing in wood-fired cuisine. In this week’s podcast, we take a closer look at all of these delicacies with Chef Kyle Knall, an …
Read More »More than half of vaccinated Wauwatosa: review of the week
YOUR PATCH, WI – Missed any stories in YOUR PATCH this week? Here are the best stories. More Wauwatosa residents vaccinated: Wisconsin vaccination rates WAUWATOSA, WI – 50.8% of Wisconsin residents have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, according to DHS data from July 12. In Wauwatosa, …
Read More »Harley museum breaks new ground in garage events building
The Harley-Davidson Museum opened its new 8,200-square-foot event venue called The Garage on Thursday. X The space will occupy a one-story building that will be constructed on the site of the former tented Chrome seasonal events space at the south end of the museum’s 20-acre site at 400 W. Canal …
Read More »Marijuana-themed Cheba Hut sub-shop to open in Milwaukee next week
Credit: Cheba Hut Quick and casual marijuana-themed restaurant Cheba’s hut has set an opening date of July 26 for its new location on the east side of Milwaukee, according to a press release Thursday. The grilled sub-store at 2907 N. Oakland Ave., a few blocks from the UW-Milwaukee campus, is …
Read More »These Milwaukee restaurants have scored money for COVID revitalization
MILWAUKEE, WI – Restaurants in Milwaukee were among more than 2,095 in Wisconsin that received money from the Small Business Administration’s Restaurant Revitalization Fund, which was passed by Congress last year as part a vast coronavirus relief program. Total funding of $ 379,302,899 has been provided to restaurants in Wisconsin. …
Read More »Milwaukee Rep Explores Race and Identity in a Free Walking Audio Tour
A romantic comedy, a drama, a ghost story and a historical comedy – this is the emotional journey one can expect when taking the Milwaukee Repertory Theater new audio walking tour, known as SoundStage MKE. That, and a discussion of race and identity. âOne of my goals⦠was to create …
Read More »Bucks Finals home game ‘incredible opportunity’ for Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE – the Milwaukee dollarsâThe success is great for the businesses in the city. As thousands of people descend on the Deer District during the NBA Finals, millions of dollars are being generated. Each home game brings in around $ 3 million. The support is huge – by far the …
Read More »Gordo Burger’s recipe for success
Otallah previously operated several restaurants, including two take-out restaurants on 4125 S. Howell, the Middle Eastern restaurant Yum Yum and the Chinese restaurant Quick Wok. When he opened Gordo Burger in the heart of Bay View, local media took notice. the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Berger Express, Urban Milwaukee, About Milwaukee, …
Read More »Patio choice: Barnacle Bud’s
Once upon a time, the Milwaukeeans did not have cell phones or GPS; therefore, locating Barnacle Bud’s, 1955 S. Hilbert St., was quite a challenge. Today, however, technology makes it easier to find the mostly open-air slum and patio perched on the Kinnickinnic River. SkipperBud’s, a boat storage and repair …
Read More »Phoenix Greek restaurant owner discusses international love for Bucks superstar Giannis
PHOENIX – The Vassiliou family has been serving Greek cuisine in Phoenix for as long as the Bucks won a league title. Wednesday evening, George Vassiliou from GreekTown restaurant invited me into the kitchen where I learned how to make chicken souvlaki. ATM4 Over a hot grill, we discussed why …
Read More »Meet Valerie Daniels-Carter, the Black Woman Owner of the Milwaukee Bucks
MILWAUKEE – The Bucks have made the NBA Playoffs in seven of the past 10 seasons. The majority of these appearances were entrusted to a new owner who took over in 2014. You may be familiar with the names of Wes Edens, Marc Lasry, Jamie Dinan and Michael Fascitelli, majority …
Read More »Patio Choice: Matty’s Bar & Grille
Walking through the front door of Matty’s Bar & Grill, located at 14460 College Ave., the New Berlin neighborhood bar looks like this: a neighborhood bar. X The main indoor bar has that warm, classic town bar vibe: regulars, young and old, gathered around the bar or seated around the …
Read More »Bucks fans flock downtown to watch Game 6
MILWAUKEE, Wis. (CBS 58) – Bucks fans are glued to televisions around town tonight, hoping to win. It’s not even a question for Dennis Blanks. âIt’s going to happen tonight, guaranteed,â Blanks said. Bucks fans like Blanks are confident the team will win Game 6 and secure a berth in …
Read More »Hours, lifeguard status and locations
Summer is upon us and many will flock to the Milwaukee area beaches to soak up the sun. But due to staff hiring issues, many beaches do not have lifeguards. And McKinley Beach has been closed since 2020 after a series of drownings there. Here’s what you need to know …
Read More »Lupi & Iris will bring Franco-Italian gastronomy to the city center
James Beard Award-winning chef Adam Siegel and real estate developer, architect and culture advocate Michael DeMichele plan to open a gourmet restaurant in downtown Milwaukee. Lupi & Iris will offer cuisine from the French and Italian Mediterranean Riviera. Its opening is scheduled for next spring. Located in the 7Seventy7 building …
Read More »New Denver Restaurants Open This Month | Westword
^ I support Local Community Journalism Support Denver’s independent voice and help keep Westword’s future free. Either way, we’re already halfway through 2021, although the scars of 2020 persist. It’s been just over a month since all restaurant dining restrictions were lifted in Denver, and now other challenges – like …
Read More »Camerino Gonzalez Valle, founder of Taqueria Los Comales Mexican Restaurants, deceased at 81
Camerino Gonzalez Valle, who founded Chicago’s popular Mexican restaurants Taqueria Los Comales almost half a century ago, died of cancer at his home in Orland Park on Wednesday at 81, according to his son. Lawrence. In 1973, Mr. Gonzalez started his business in Little Village, taking over a 26th Street …
Read More »Hope brings the Reaper back to Springfield
In one of those coincidences that always seem more than a coincidence, the couple who bought the mower and then gave it to Hearlihy are from a small farming town in Wisconsin called Mount Hope. For Hearlihy, the timing of their visit was as perfect as the gift: in a …
Read More »Former Mavs Rondo and Odom banned from Dallas restaurant
A local restaurant on the east side of town is so loyal to the Dallas Mavericks that they’ve banned former team players who performed poorly during their time here. The Shenaniganz Entertainment Center has banned Lamar Odom, Rajon Rondo and DeAndre Jordan from visiting the venue. A Dallas resident who …
Read More »Crumbl Cookies on the verge of rapid growth across Wisconsin
Wes Henrie, franchise partner and operator and Court Hanks, manager at Crumbl Cookies. Last updated on June 25, 2021 at 3:16 p.m. Since its launch in 2017, based in Utah Crumbled cookies has taken the nation by storm, and Wisconsin is no different. The fast-growing cookie company – with more …
Read More »Where are Milwaukee’s fish hotspots?
For her master’s thesis five years ago, Brennan Dow went fishing. But his initial project – seeking to determine if yellow perch spawned in Milwaukee Harbor – would soon become a larger search for aquatic life across the city. Dow and his professor at UW-Milwaukee School of Freshwater Sciences, John …
Read More »Business Property Tax Elimination Gets Biparty Support – The Daily Reporter – WI Construction News & Bids – Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 2021-06-23 11:40:53 – Madison, Wisconsin (AP) – A bill to abolish property taxes paid by Wisconsin companies on equipment and fixtures has won bipartisan support in the state legislature. The Republican Party proposed to eliminate taxes and included $ 202 million in the state budget to pay them. …
Read More »Bucks home games to generate $ 3 million in business, tourist office says
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) – The minute the Milwaukee Bucks knocked out the Brooklyn Nets in Game 7 overtime, Visit Milwaukee celebrated. “For every home playoff game, we believe they bring in about $ 3 million to the community in terms of economic impact,” said Claire Koenig, director of communications for …
Read More »Water Street business owners urge city leaders to take charge of shootings, brawls and large crowds in downtown Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE (CBS58) – Two weekends in a row there was chaos in downtown Milwaukee on Water Street. CBS 58’s Winnie Dortch has been covering the story since Saturday, June 12. Fist fights, gunfire and large crowds are becoming too common for bar and restaurant owners. They call Water Street a …
Read More »photos documenting the history of Logan Square shown at Blue Line Station | Chicago News
Since moving to Logan Square in 1997, resident Khloe Karova has seen many businesses and many neighbors come and go. Standing on the lawn of the Logan Square monument in the heart of the neighborhood, Karova points to the location of a new Target store on Milwaukee Avenue. âJust 100 …
Read More »“It’s a market of job seekers:” How companies compete in times of labor shortage
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) – As we get to the other side of the pandemic, businesses are reopening and scrambling to hire staff. However, a shortage of workers in Wisconsin makes this difficult. In April 2020, the unemployment rate was 14.1%, but by April of this year it had fallen to …
Read More »SapSap brings Laotian cuisine to the culinary traditions of Racine and Juneteenth
Every week on Radio Milwaukee, Milwaukee Magazine Food critic Ann Christenson and 88Nine resident foodie Tarik Moody discuss Milwaukee’s food culture and dining on This Bites. In this week’s edition, we have news of the opening by SapSap of their brick and mortar restaurant in Racine, the Caribbean-inspired food truck …
Read More »Couple of food professionals move to Milwaukee
The past 15+ months have been incredibly difficult for restaurateurs. Fortunately, things are starting to improve as the country continues to turn the corner from the COVID-19 crisis. And things are about to become a lot better for restaurateurs here in Milwaukee because two of the world’s best professional eaters …
Read More »La Cantina de Pasqual in Hilldale moves after 14 years | Restaurants
Pasqual’s is leaving Hilldale after 14 years. CAPITAL TIMES FILE PHOTO Samara Kalk Derby | Wisconsin State Journal After 14 years at Hilldale, Pasqual’s canteen moved to Middleton. The new location will be at 6712 Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd. It was once home to Pizza Brutta’s Middleton location, owner Benjamin …
Read More »Detroit’s Upscale Oak and Reel Restaurant Opens in Worst Times | Restaurant Reviews | Detroit
It’s hard to overstate how difficult restaurants like Oak and Reel have been to tackle during the height of the pandemic. Carryout works great for a place like a deli or pizzeria, which market products that largely resist degradation in quality as they make their way from the kitchen to …
Read More »Lawsuits disrupt relief for restaurants
Lawsuits by white business owners challenging a policy that prioritized applicants for pandemic relief grants on the basis of gender and race have plunged the federal government’s Restaurant Revitalization Fund into turmoil. Tens of thousands of applicants who expected an easier path through the $ 28.6 billion aid package are …
Read More »In case you blinked last week, here are all the new and wonderful things they are building in Milwaukee (June 6-12)
Depending on the news sources you follow, Milwaukee is going through either a “renaissance” or a “reinvention.” Or maybe ‘a “reboot” or a “reimagining”, like that shitty version of Tim Burton Planet of the Apes. However you want to define it, it’s safe to say that Milwaukee is currently building …
Read More »June 14 Save Casa Bonita rally attracts fans and enemies
^ I support Local Community Journalism Support Denver’s independent voice and help keep Westword’s future free. On Monday, June 14, Casa Bonita fans will come together to hoist a flag – for the sopaipillas, of course, but also to show their support for the Palace of the Pink Restoration at …
Read More »Businesses made tens of thousands of sales this week
Deer District businesses performed very well Thursday night for the Bucks’ playoff game at the Fiserv Forum. A massive crowd flooded the Deer District, resulting in more overnight sales than any other night since before the pandemic for many bars and restaurants. Good City Brewery management said it had $ …
Read More »Bucks scores important victory in Game 3 – Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The playoff game the Milwaukee Bucks really needed finally came on Thursday night at the Fiserv Forum. There was no playoff game yet when Janice Adetokumpo really made her presence felt while cranking up impressive numbers. But on Thursday, things changed as he and Khris Middleton scored 79% of Milwaukee’s …
Read More »The Unique Bay View real estate listing is both a home and a bar
The Bay View district of Milwaukee is popular for its proximity to local shops, restaurants and bars. Homebuyers looking to relocate to the area have the option of making this walk shorter than ever before – by having a bar in their own home. A $ 260,000 Bay View home …
Read More »Art and craft techniques combine in new MOWA exhibition
Most artists hold back when their masterpieces are called “crafts”, while craftsmen shrug their shoulders and smile when their work is called “art”. Carey Watters is located at the crossroads of the two disciplines, embracing the references of art while knowing that his technique also draws from the school of …
Read More »Chicago’s Most Anticipated Restaurant Openings, Summer 2021
As Chicagoans collectively blinked, the city missed spring as sticky temperatures have already made its presence felt. The feeling is actually heartwarming as it is yet another sign of anything going normal with the restaurant industry and the rest of the world trying to recover from COVID-19. Spring has seen …
Read More »When Lambo? Milwaukee Store Wants To Detail Your Supercar For Bitcoin
An auto service shop in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is now accepting Bitcoin and other crypto-currencies, local network ATM4 reported today. Bitcoin for more details Called “Detail Doctor’s,” the store launched crypto services yesterday and is already enjoying a favorable reception. The shop uses Coinbase merchant services to accept payments and will …
Read More »Three treats to beat the summer heat around Milwaukee
Everyone has a favorite summer treat they look forward to – maybe a once-a-year flavor from Kopp’s, or a malt from a place that’s only open for the season. But there are plenty of hot days ahead and more goodies to fill them in. Here are three to taste. Meat …
Read More »Big Boy restaurant returns to Wisconsin after 26 years
ICONIC BIG BOY RESTAURANT RETURNS TO WISCONSIN F FOR OUR PARTNERS ON ON-MILWAUKEE.COM, A NEW FRANCHISE WILL OPEN AT JERRY’S OLD TOWN RESTAURANT IN GERMANTOWN. ON-MILWAUKEE INDICATES THAT THE RESTAURANT WILL ALSO HOST A BIG BOY MUSEUM. IT SHOULD BE THE KEY LOCATION FOR MORE RESTAURANTS IN SOUTHEAST WISCONSIN OV …
Read More »Forget me not: Victor’s
Victor’s, 1230 N. Van Buren St., is possibly the biggest anomaly in the Milwaukee bar scene. First and foremost, according to director Vic Jones, it’s a nightclub that, before COVID time, drew 450 people and required 11 bartenders on weekends. But it’s also a club dinner with gargantuan portions known …
Read More »Big Boy returns after 26 years of absence
Chaz Hastings and Scott Carleton have signed a franchise agreement that will bring Big Boy restaurants back to Wisconsin after a 26-year absence. Both worked with Big Boy Restaurants based in Detroit to open a Big Boy store at Jerry’s Old Town Restaurant, N116 W15841 Main St., Germantown. The partners …
Read More »Big Boy restaurant appears to be returning to Wisconsin
Big boy still holds a special place in the heart of Milwaukee. At one point, the hamburger and classic restaurant chain had more than 1,000 establishments across the country, and over 60 of these were Marc’s Big Boy restaurants. The Marcus Corporation-owned branch of the franchise had dozens of restaurants …
Read More »Reopening of Milwaukee Ca’Lucchenzo, Sanford and EsterEv restaurants
On Fridays, the pasta specialist Ca’Lucchenzo reopens his patio for dinner in Wauwatosa. And the limited number of seats inside will resume in summer for the first time since March 2020. During the winter, the restaurant, located at 6030 W. North Ave., only offered take-out. From April, he suspended deliveries …
Read More »July 4th events, celebrations, fireworks in the Milwaukee area
As the Milwaukee fireworks display on July 3 is canceled for this year and the July 5th festivities are still going on, there are plenty of places in the Milwaukee area where you can still celebrate Independence Day. Bayside This year’s parade will follow the same format as last year, …
Read More »Bills would ban companies from requiring a vaccine for the service
The Assembly’s Constitution and Ethics Committee held a public hearing on Wednesday on a number of bills related to the COVID-19 vaccine. Continuing coverage: Coronavirus in Wisconsin Republicans have introduced bills that would partially prohibit a company from discriminating or requiring proof of the COVID-19 vaccine from customers for service. …
Read More »Milwaukee’s new outdoor gardens, art, restaurants and bars
As residents of the Milwaukee area reemerge after more than a year of confinement, they are faced with new places to eat or drink and new experiences to have. From outdoor gardens to outdoor public art, here are six new local things to discover this summer. 1. Photo op mural …
Read More »Bucks Sweep Heat in the first round
For the first half of Saturday’s game with the Miami Heat, it looked like the Milwaukee Bucks might be the team we saw in Game 1 of their playoff series, rather than the team we saw in Game Two. and three. Fortunately, it was not. Milwaukee already held a 3-0 …
Read More »John R. Gerstl | 2021
John R. Gerstl January 25, 1936 – May 3, 2021 John R. Gerstl found peace on Monday, May 3, 2021, at the age of 85. He was born January 25, 1936, son of John and Lenore (née Sitter) Gerstl. John grew up in Milwaukee and graduated from Messmer High School …
Read More »Ventura’s taco to debut at Bay View over Memorial Day weekend
Ventura’s Taco is slated to debut at 2898 S. Kinnickinnic Ave. this week-end. Indeed, customers are invited to stop for the inauguration of the restaurant on Sunday, May 30 from noon to 6 p.m. Behind the family-run restaurant is Jorge Ventura Ramirez, who owns and operates Taco de Ventura with …
Read More »New Bloody Mary sculpture celebrates Sobelman’s famous drink
Dave Sobelman, owner of Sobelman’s Pub & Grill, hopes Milwaukee will be known as the burger and Bloody Mary epicenter of the world. Now he has a benchmark to propel the idea home. Sobelman commissioned Kent Knapp, a local blacksmith, to create a 6-foot-tall Bloody Mary sculpture that was installed …
Read More »Bradford Beach pavilion container bar delayed but not necessarily dead
Plans to add a container bar to the upper deck of the Bradford Beach pavilion will not go ahead this summer. But the plan is not dead, according to the parks department. Last year, the Dock restaurant in the pavilion released plans to add the bar, made from a steel …
Read More »Milwaukee businesses face a dilemma downtown
Remote working is changing downtown Milwaukee As the world begins to reopen, some people are realizing that they enjoy working from home. It is estimated that only about a quarter of workers returned to the Milwaukee office. MILWAUKEE – As the world begins to reopen, some people are realizing that …
Read More »Suburban restaurants kick off summer with grill packs and specials
Can you believe Memorial Day weekend is almost here? Well it is. And now that COVID-19 restrictions are easing, people are eager to return to pre-pandemic events such as Memorial Day barbecues and gatherings with family and friends. Whether you’re planning to host an outdoor barbecue (and want the help …
Read More »Milwaukee health and economy briefing: Full COVID-19 vaccine approval could arrive as early as July
As Moderna plans to seek emergency approval from the Food and Drug Administration for its COVID-19 vaccine to be given to people between the ages of 12 and 17, they and Pfizer may be approaching a date when they will get the vaccine. full approval of their vaccines. Dr. John …
Read More »Newly Redesigned ARIA at Saint Kate Offers Creative Take on Midwestern Food
After closing for more than a year during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Saint Kate Arts Hotel’s signature dining experience has officially reopened to the public, offering a whole new dining experience for local patrons and visitors to Milwaukee. The former Aria Café & Bar, located on the hotel’s second floor …
Read More »Buckatabon Restaurant Uses ‘Passports’ to Connect Customers ‘Up North’
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) – Frank & Larry’s Buckatabon Tavern & Supper Club has announced the official launch of its 2021 Great Up North Adventure, a travel âpassport programâ that encourages travel to multigenerational dinner clubs, taverns , shops and other businesses in northern Wisconsin that inspired the brand new Lowlands …
Read More »Milwaukee restaurants hire as COVID restrictions lifted
Restaurants struggle to hire as COVID-19 restrictions disappear If you’re looking for a job, restaurants in Milwaukee want you to know they’re hiring. A survey by the Wisconsin Restaurant Association found that 83% of operators had difficulty filling vacancies. MILWAUKEE – If you’re looking for a job, restaurants in Milwaukee …
Read More »Thomas Nye of the Blind Horse Restaurant quits computers to focus on wine
Kristine M. Kierzek Thomas Nye is not a class type. Completely self-taught winegrower, his career may not be traditional but it is very intentional. After years of working with computers, the serial entrepreneur was looking for a new challenge. A phenomenal dinner combining wine and food was all it took. …
Read More »Trevor Richards returns to Milwaukee as MLB player
Willy Adames will find his way into Milwaukee for the first time when the Brewers start a home trip on Monday against the Scorching Padres, but for reliever Trevor Richards it’s a homecoming. Richards and his now wife, Aunna, lived in Milwaukee for an offseason after college and Richards took …
Read More »5 things to know in Milwaukee food and drink news this week
Donut beer at Vennture Vennture Brew Co. teamed up with Cranky Al’s to present the Donut Don Imperial donut stout original with cruller, vanilla and coffee, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on May 29. Three additional variations of the original Donut Don will be available: Donut Don with Maple, …
Read More »The restaurant industry faces a labor shortage due to its inability to provide a living wage
Among the things Americans say they expect the most when the pandemic restrictions end is “dine at a restaurant with friends.” But if the restaurant industry doesn’t support higher wages, there will be fewer restaurants that customers can return to. There is an unprecedented shortage of applicants for restaurant jobs. …
Read More »The shortage of employees in the hospitality sector is driving demand
On Saturday afternoon, Bartolotta hosted a community career fair center. The hotel group currently employs just over 400 workers and is looking to hire more. âWe would like to be at full capacity, we would like to have a lot of people, but with these customers we also have to …
Read More »Weekend roundup: Wausau executives condemn comments by anti-Black Lives Matter group
After a week of diversity controversy in Marathon County, community members are opposing an anti-Black Lives Matter event scheduled to take place in Wausau on Saturday. The group speaking at Saturday’s event is called âEvery Black Life Mattersâ and thinks there is âone raceâ and âevery life countsâ, the Wausau …
Read More »Art hotels use their collections to attract audiences
In recent years, art hotels have become important players in the international art scene and real attractions for their cities, offering travelers the opportunity to visit their galleries even if they are not hotel guests. Carefully designed and professionally organized, these hotel galleries can often be found alongside major art …
Read More »Deer District business fans ready for the tipoff
Deer District affairs, fans ready for the Bucks playoffs For the Bucks’ first playoff game at the Fiserv Forum in two years, the goal is for the Deer District to look more like 2019 than 2020 – safety protocols still in place. MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Bucks’ road to the …
Read More »Milwaukee area operators ask for help at hiring events
Credit: Unsplash, Michael Browning Bars and restaurants in Milwaukee’s East Side neighborhoods are making a collective effort to overcome an industry-wide barrier: hiring workers. Nearly 30 establishments will participate in the Greater East Side Restaurant and Bar Career Fair, which will take place this weekend at the Casablanca Restaurant on …
Read More »Chefs prioritize Asian culture and community
MILWAUKEE – Two restaurateurs have come together to bring their community together and put Asian culture at the forefront. Alexa Alfaro is co-owner of Meat On the Street. Its family-run Filipino restaurant and food truck embrace its roots. Adam Pawlak is the chef and owner of Egg and Flour, which …
Read More »Pasta Tree hosts an “International Women’s Series” every month
Once again, Suzzette Metcalfe, owner of the iconic Pasta Tree restaurant, launched the âInternational Women’s Seriesâ. The year-long event celebrates a different woman in the community each month by gifting her a dish that is meaningful to her and a portion of the proceeds going to a charity of her …
Read More »Former art teacher has a unique painting style
Full-time, Nancy Lamers paints mainly in oils and watercolors. His works are both figurative and abstract, depending on the intention. Many paintings are linked to personal experience and / or art history, typically containing objects or taking place in environments of historical and / or contemporary significance. A contemporary figure …
Read More »Milwaukee County lifeguard shortage could block pool and beach openings
Milwaukee County Parks are looking for around 300 strong swimmers for lifeguard positions, and if they can’t find them, some pools and beaches won’t open this summer. âWe have four lifeguards and that means we can only open four facilities,â said Jim Tarantino, director of recreation and business services for …
Read More »Milwaukee County, Wisconsin Launches Resident Services Web Portal
The pandemic ushered in a new digital approach to services for Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, with the launch and steady growth of an online citizen portal intended to be a one-stop-shop for county services. Older county governments can easily fall into an if-it’s-not-broken-don’t-fix-it mindset, where even efforts to bring departmental processes …
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